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Cheapest return flight
R12 483
Typical prices: R16 213-R21 672
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/11Fri 7/12
EDI - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 750
Typical prices: R10 154-R16 288
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/12
EDI - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 11% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg R13 402 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town (EDI-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 7
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17:20 - 7:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 15m2 stops Dublin Zurich
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11:30 - 14:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 483Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 7
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17:20 - 7:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 15m2 stops Dublin Zurich
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11:30 - 14:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 717Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 28
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14:05 - 10:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 833Qatar Airways
Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Feb 4
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14:05 - 10:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 833Qatar Airways
Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Feb 2
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14:05 - 10:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 833Qatar Airways
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 3
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14:05 - 10:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:25 - 12:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 867Qatar Airways
Fri, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 28
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19:20 - 7:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 15m2 stops Dublin Zurich
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11:30 - 9:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
R13 117Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 28
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15:50 - 7:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 50m2 stops Dublin Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:30 - 9:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
R13 233Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 19
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5:40 - 9:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 150KLM
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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17:05 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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0:30 - 16:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 350KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town at R16 767 return.
•December (R23 567) and July (R21 417) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R7 750
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 16 427 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town range from R16 213 to R21 672, with an average of R18 930 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 213 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the R18 930 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 192, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R51 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R18 134 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R19 600, a difference of R1 467.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 06m, compared to 15h 37m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 22m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R18 134, about R1 467 less than Friday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Cape Town trip for June. Fares historically average R16 767 return in that month – typically R6 800 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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